NEW: The U.S. is sending the USS George Washington to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for more than 250 days.

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NEW: The U.S. is sending the USS George Washington to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for more than 250 days. The planned rotation comes amid concerns over harsh conditions aboard the Lincoln, including supply shortages, exhaustion and deteriorating sailor mental health. Source: WSJ